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Cost of essentials double city prices in remote communities

Australia’s remote communities are paying twice as much for grocery staples than shoppers in capital cities. Researchers from consumer advocacy group CHOICE visited

Optus in court for ‘unconscionable conduct’

Optus is being taken to court for selling disadvantaged customers products they didn’t want, then pursing many for debts resulting from the purchase. Australian

Lorna Jane first brand to complete living wage program

Brisbane-based activewear company Lorna Jane is the first Australian brand to ensure its workers overseas are paid a living wage, as a result of Oxfam program. Oxfam

Halloween costumes stigmatise people with mental illness

Retailers have been urged to remove outdated Halloween costumers, which stereotype people living with mental illness, from their stores. Rachel Green, CEO of SANE, a

Extra level for Paddington Tavern in major revamp

The Paddington Tavern, in Brisbane’s inner-west, is set to undergo a major revamp, including the addition of a level. A development application, lodged with Brisbane

Final Queen’s Wharf Sky Deck restaurant opens next week

The Star Brisbane will open its third and final Sky Deck venue, in the Queen’s Wharf complex, next week. Sky Deck Executive Chef Shayne Mansfield said signature

Menu management can boost profits, reduce waste

Reducing menu options can help cafes maximise profits and reduce food waste. An End Food Waste Australia study found difficulty finding time to plan and streamline menus

Online purchase a weekly event for half of Aussies

Almost half of Australian shoppers make an online purchase every week, with sustainability emerging as a critical factor in consumer decision-making. A new survey by

Data shows sugar tax halves sweet drink purchases

A study of United States cities which have introduced a tax on sugary drinks has shown up to a 50 percent reduction in purchases. Researchers at the University of

Time running out to get on Christmas lists

If you haven’t completed your Christmas shopping list yet, you are at risk of being in the minority of Australians. A survey by e-commerce technology provider Shopify

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